Salt & Embers 

We are a small online store providing multi-media locally made artisan products, both functional and decorative with the goal of promoting reduced plastic waste through eco-friendly & sustainable craftsmanship, repurposed, up-cycled and thrifted items. Scroll down for featured products. Come back soon for our email sign-up form to get updates about new products, conservation lifestyle ideas and to stay in-the-know about our launch of the physical store here in North Central, MA!

Hand-carved wooden item

Mini Hand-Carved Mushroom

These little hand-carved wooden "fun-gis" were carved from branches taken from the false buckthorn tree in North Central, MA that were removed as part of an invasive tree species management plan. Talk about repurposing! They are carved and sanded by hand and brushed lightly with the eco-friendly 100% tung oil for a long-lasting decorative finish. $7.50 each.

Featured Product

Pocket Hugs

These cute plushie hearts are handstitched from upcycled fabric and stuffed with scrap yarn pieces. Everyone could use a hug - a physical reminder that someone is thinking of them and cares for them. These are 100% zero waste.  All up-cycled materials & handmade. $4.00 fabric hearts, $6 pure leather hearts. 

Live Creatively with Nature.

  • Local craftsmanship. Healthy living. Conservation lifestyle.
  • Reducing, reusing and repurposing with nature in mind, one piece at a time.
  • Decorative handcrafted pieces, art and functional items.


For inquiries, contact: saltandembersma@gmail.com